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It is no surprise that the eye care industry is growing by leaps and bounds in this rapid age of globalization. It is indeed a sad case that a wonderful gift such as our vision is completely neglected by the common masses and therefore taken for granted. It is ironical that people would spend thousands of dollars for surgeries, cataract-removal, spectacles, contact lenses, medicines etc. but would refrain from taking simple precautions to maintain good health of their eyes.

Vision loss is being increasingly experienced by the aged people as well as children across the world. It is usually recommended to get your eyes checked at least twice in a year. The eye diseases for quite a few people are also hereditary in nature. Most of the eye care health experts grudgingly admit that majority of the public are ignorant about the various risks with improper care of the eyes. Some of the major diseases are computer vision syndrome, dry lens, farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism. Professors from the North Eastern State University claim that people usually do not wear protective glasses at home which expose their eyes to harmful conditions.

Blinking several times also helps in maintaining a better focus. One should refrain from reading in dark as it puts a lot of pressure on the eyes. Artificial tear drops can be used to moisten the eyes while experiencing dryness while spending extended hours in front of the computer.

Another good option to relieve tiredness of the eyes is to use cold tea bags. Thin slices of cucumber are an effective remedy to relax your tired eyes after extended working hours. You can also choose to dip a couple of cotton pads into chilled milk and place it over your eyelids (while keeping your eyes closed) for about 12-15 minutes. It is always recommended to seek the opinion of an eye care expert before consuming any medicines.

Intake of appropriate diet which is rich in vitamin (A, E and C) and mineral content go a long way in eye care and provide nourishment to the delicate eye muscles. You should also include green leafy vegetables such as collard, kale, spinach and fruits such as carrots, apricots, mangoes, sweet potatoes etc. in your daily diet. Dairy products such as milk, curd, cheese etc. also plays a key role in maintaining healthy eyes. Drinking plenty of water is recommended by fitness experts to eliminate the problem of puffy eyes and dark circles.

Another simple way for maintaining healthy eyes is having a diet which is rich in essential nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Vitamin A is found in a wide array of foods like dairy products, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables, liver and so on. Vitamin C is easily got from citrus fruits, broccoli while Vitamin E is found in nuts and seeds. Zinc and selenium are also considered good for the eyes.

It is very difficult to reverse the damage that has been wrought on eyes and the best way is timely intervention before the damage becomes irreversible. If you are facing problems in reading from a book or in clearly seeing things at a distance it is better to have your eyes tested at once before the vision deteriorates further. Any kind of inflammation of the eyes or blurred vision should be examined by a doctor at once so that it doesn't leave any permanent damage. Those people who have diabetes or are taking steroids should also have regular checkups to rule out any problems in the eye.

Many people lose their vision because of accidents that could have been avoided by following good eye care practices. Always supervise children when playing with fireworks as this is a common reason for eye injury. As far as possible don't let pointed things in your child's hands as they can damage either their own or someone else's eyes unknowingly.

Other problems that occur with the eyes are caused by accidental injury. Say for example, you are working in a garage welding and item and you don't wear goggles during the process. Suddenly you find that a spark flies up and burns your eye. Or, if you are working with hazardous chemicals and chemicals get in your eyes - had you been wearing goggles you may have been able to avoid injury altogether. Thus, safety and safety practices are imperative to maintaining good eye health.

As you can see, taking care of your eyes involves more than a yearly visit to the eye doctor or a cataract surgery. Instead, you need to take care of your overall health, you need to avoid bad habits and you need to practice safety measures to ensure good eye health. In the end, you will be rewarded with the continued gift of sight, well into your golden years!

Rest is vital in the eye care routine. It will not only refresh the eyes but also improve their efficiency. Therefore take adequate rest. Regular exercise is mandatory to improve blood circulation. It will supply enough oxygen for the perfect functioning of the eyes.Simple everyday eye exercise like closing your eyes gently for 30 seconds to relax them in between your work, rotating your eyes often to relax muscles and moving your eyeballs from extreme left corner to the right corner is good for maintaining healthy eyes. To prevent blurred vision follow this simple exercise. Hold a pencil at arm's length and slowly bring it towards your nose, keeping eyes focused at all times

The skin around the eyes is very thin and full of blood vessels, which makes it sensitive to changes in the body especially those related to retention and distribution of water. In most cases puffiness in and around the eyes is often noticed upon waking up in the morning. Mild puffiness is usually only a temporary cosmetic concern. However if puffiness is severe or persistent and accompanied by swelling of the face or other parts, it may indicate other conditions like thyroid or kidney diseases and calls for immediate medical attention. Even though puffiness is accumulation of excess fluid, when the body gets dehydrated, it stores water as a defense mechanism, which contributes to further puffiness. Therefore, drinking adequate water is an important part of eye care. Drink at least a liter of water to avoid any kind of puffiness in the eyes. Drinking lots of water helps to flush out waste from the body.